Los Angeles: Private Walking Tour of Griffith Observatory

Marvel at beautiful views of Los Angeles from Griffith Observatory, a public observatory, planetarium, and exhibition space. Enjoy a walking tour and learn the history of Los Angeles.

About this activity

Duration: 3 hours

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Printed or mobile voucher accepted

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Live tour guide

English

Wheelchair accessible

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts

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Experience

Highlights

Gaze at breathtaking views of Los Angeles from the historic Griffith Observatory

Learn about modern architecture, science, movies, and history

Enjoy one of the world's best planetariums, the Samuel Oschin Planetarium Theater

Descend the Gunther Depths of Space

Discover more about seismology

See great views of the Hollywood Sign

Explore 67,000 square feet of science exhibits

Full description

Learn about modern architecture, science, movie history, and the history of Los Angeles. Begin in the Observatory’s central rotunda, where you’ll gaze at overhead murals inspired by Greek myth. Next, learn about the inventor Nikola Tesla and his 50,000-volt Tesla Coil, which is on exhibit. Discover how the solar system works and look through a telescope to see sun spots.

Experience a spectacular show with the help of a Zeiss star projector and a state-of-the-art digital projection system. Descend into the depths of space and view the night sky like you’ve never before. Learn more about seismology, the L.A. earthquakes and the Pacific Rim of Fire as you stand next to an active seismograph.

At night, wait in line for the 12-inch Zeiss telescope. One-of-a-kind and German-made, it gives viewers an unparalleled and intimate look at the planets and stars, depending on the weather and schedule.

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Includes

Expert guide

Planetarium show ticket

What’s Not Included

Gratuities

Pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Prepare for the activity

Meeting point

Meet your tour guide in front of Astronomers Monument on the front lawn. If you have any questions, please call 310-622-9120.

• Kids 5 and under are free, but are not allowed into the planetarium show
• There is a minimum of 2 people required per booking
• Activity takes place outdoors: dress appropriately for the weather
• The activity runs regardless of weather conditions, in the rare situation where the tour has to be cancelled, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule to another time (subject to availability) or offered a refund
• You are more than welcome to arrive earlier or explore after your tour
• Griffith Observatory is open Tuesday - Friday from 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM and closed all day Monday